Dell has reversed its decision to discontinue the XPS laptop line, reintroducing it as its flagship premium brand at CES 2026 with completely redesigned XPS 14 and XPS 16 models. These new laptops feature a ground-up redesign, focusing on performance, display technology, and repairability.

• The new XPS 14 starts at $2,049.99 (approximately KES 265,000) and the XPS 16 at $2,199.99 (approximately KES 285,000).
• Both models are powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors with integrated Intel Arc graphics and offer options for Tandem OLED or 2K LCD displays.
• Dell claims up to 27 hours of battery life for LCD models and has prioritized repairability with modular USB-C ports and an easy-to-remove keyboard.

Infinix officially teased the upcoming Infinix NOTE 60 Series at CES 2026 in Las Vegas, showcasing groundbreaking features in connectivity and gaming performance under their new "Joyful Tech, Beyond Limits" banner.

• The NOTE 60 Series will feature "Always-On" Satellite Communication for high-definition two-way voice calls and SMS texting, covering nearly two-thirds of the earth’s surface without additional registration.
• The series introduces the industry’s first HydroFlow Liquid Cooling Architecture with a "Dual-Piezoelectric-Ceramic" pump, moving coolant twice as fast as current active systems, and a Piezoelectric Fan that pulses 25,000 times a second for 10x more efficient heat dissipation.
• Design innovations include "Active Visual Backplate Technology" that changes patterns and colors, and a new magnetic modular system called AI ModuVerse for snap-on accessories like a professional "Mic Modu" and "StackPower" battery extender.

Infinix unveiled a range of innovative mobile technologies at CES 2026, including a global satellite communication solution, advanced cooling systems, AI-powered wearables, and a modular accessory ecosystem, signaling a push for wider connectivity and enhanced personalization.

• The new consumer-grade satellite communication system will cover nearly two-thirds of Earth’s surface with 4kbps transmission, enabling HD voice calls and SMS messaging without extra registration.
• The NOTE 60 Series will be the first to feature Infinix's satellite communication solution and HydroFlow Liquid Cooling Architecture with a Piezoelectric Fan.
• The AI GLASSES Pro weighs just 35 grams, offers over 14 hours of battery life, and supports real-time translation across 169 languages.

Samsung Electronics initiated its CES 2026 Tech Forums with a panel discussion emphasizing smart home interoperability, bringing together industry leaders to tackle the challenge of seamless device integration across manufacturers.

• Samsung's SmartThings platform now serves over 500 million users, supporting connectivity standards like Matter.
• Yoonho Choi, President of the Home Connectivity Alliance and Head of Strategic Alliances at Samsung, stressed the need for interoperability for home AI to earn trust.
• A partnership between Samsung and HSB (a subsidiary of Munich Re) was highlighted, demonstrating how smart home data can result in consumer benefits such as insurance discounts.